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Here are the changes to Canadian mobile rate plans this week [August 11 – August 17]

With over 13 wireless providers in Canada, it can be difficult to keep track of the latest promotions and cell phone rate plan changes. 

MobileSyrup will compile the latest weekly rate plan deals every week. You can also check out our guide on plans across Canada to find the right plan for you.  You can compare from 47,842 options and 13 providers in Canada to find the best option.

It’s worth noting that rate plans are always subject to change and that we’ll do our best to keep this list updated as accurately as possible.

Canadian carrier rate plan changes this week

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Get 10 GB of data for just $40/mo in QC
  • Get an unlimited Canada/U.S. plan for your business for just $65/mo. in QC
  • Get 10 GB of shareable data, plus an additional 5 GB on Canada’s best network for just $50/mo in QC
  • Get 500MB bonus data/mo. with automatic monthly top-up options with the $25, $30, $40, $45 & $55 prepaid plans
  • Get 3 lines with 90 GB of shareable data for an average of $53.33/mo in QC, and 150GB for $68.33/mo in MB & SK and $78.33/mo in Main Regions.

Ongoing deals:

  • Get iPhone 13 Pro Max for as low as $10/mo. With Device Return Option and trade-in of an iPhone 11.
  • Get bonus Crave Mobile for 24 months with Unlimited Share Plans Ultimate 40 and 50 in QC and Ultimate 45 and 50 in main regions.
  • Get 10GB of unlimited data for $45 in MB & SK and for $55/mo in main regions.
  • Special online offer – Get AirPods when you purchase select iPhones.
  • Save $25/mo. for every team member you add to your account.
  • Switch your business to Canada’s best 5G network and get a credit of $200 per line.
  • Get an unlimited 50 GB plan for just $95/mo. on Canada’s best 5G network in Main regions and for $85/mo in MB & SK
  • Save up to $185 on a Samsung Galaxy Watch4 series smartwatch.
  • Buy a new phone online and save $50
  • Connect your other devices and enjoy unlimited data from $10/mo.
  • Get 3 months of Apple TV+ when you buy an iPhone or iPad.
  • limited time offer – Get 3 months of Apple Fitness+ free when you buy an Apple Watch
  • Trade in your old device and save. Get a credit up to $700 when you trade in your old phone.
  • Get Crave Mobile for 24 months when you activate or upgrade to a new unlimited Ultimate plan.
  • Pay even less per month with the Device Return Option.
  • Various phone accessories on sale
  • Trade in your device and get a minimum $100 towards a new one.
  • Pair Bell mobility with your Bell service and get 20GB of data for just $50/mo. in QC and for $65/mo. in ON.
  • Save $20/mo. for every family member you add to your account.
  • Get up to 500 MB bonus data/mo. when you sign up for Automatic Monthly or Automatic Monthly/Low Balance Top-Up option on eligible plans.

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Activate a line, save up to 30 percent at TSC
  • Get the Google Pixel 6a for only $24.95/mo for 24 months, $0 down on approved credit and 0% interest with Fido Payment Program and select plans.
  • Best-in-class deal: Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G for less!
  • Save up to $35 per month for 12 months on Fido Home Internet when you pair with a Mobile plan. (ON)

Ongoing deals:

  • Back-to-school deal: 8GB for $40/mo
  • Save up to $25/mo for 12 months on Fido Home Internet
  • Get your certified pre-loved phones starting from just $3/month.
  • Fido postpaid customers get new deals and giveaways, with Fido XTRA.
  • Get 5 extra hours of unlimited data every month at no extra cost. Available with Data, Talk & Text plans.
  • TABLETS AT $0 DOWN AND 0 percent INTEREST with financing on select plans for $10/month when you add a line to your account.
  • Trade in select devices and get a minimum credit of $100
  • One Month Free Service when you invite your friends and they join Fido.

Browse Fido cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Get 100 GB bonus per year along with $15 monthly savings with all-Inclusive 20GB, 40GB and 50GB plan
  • Enjoy the new Google Pixel 6a Magic Eraser feature, which makes it easy to edit your pictures.

Ongoing deals:

  • For study and entertainment, the most secure Wi-Fi with Helix Internet is available from $60/month.
  • Get 10 GB bonus per year in Canada with Basic 6GB, 10GB and 15GB Canada plan
  • Save $10 with a Mobile plan combined to an Internet service
  • Save $17/month on the high-performance, Unlimited 100 Internet plan
  • Unlimited 60 Internet + TV App Basic service at $65/month, plus Club illico and Vrai offered 6 months.
  • Take advantage of all the benefits of Helix internet starting from $60/mo.
  • The new Vrai platform is offered for 6 months when you add it to your Mobile plan via the QUB app.
  • Play online unhindered thanks to Helix high-performance Unlimited 400 Internet. Only $70/month!
  • Add the TV App Basic service plan to any Internet plan for only $5 more per month.
  • Does your teen want to be connected? Give in with a 10 GB plan at $20 per month. Combine it with two All-Inclusive Mobile plans and save more thanks to the multiline discount
  • Access a host of movies, series and youth content with Club illico mobile included in our All-Inclusive Mobile plans
  • Monthly savings on various smart phones
  • Save big when you buy a new phone! It’s easy—bring in your old device and save up to $500
  • Take advantage of monthly discount with multiline $5 to $15 per line each month (depends of number of lines)
  • Sale on phone cables, chargers and audio accessories
  • Subscribe to the QUB musique Family plan at the exclusive rate of $9.99/month for 24 months

New deals:

  • Limited time offer Tab Plus Plans : Promo on $60 (includes 10GB + bonus 5GB of data) in main regions
  • Get the new Google Pixel 6a for as low as $25/month with the Tab.
  • Promo on Bring your own phone plan : $27, $40, $45 and $55/month plan (QC)
  • Promo on Bring your own phone plans : $27, $55 and $60/month plan. (main regions)

Ongoing deals:

  • Limited time offer Tab Plus Plans : Promo on $45 and $55/month(includes 15GB + bonus 5GB of data) in QC
  • Get a $150 visa gift card with Certified Pre-owned iPhone XS Max, XR & XS
  • Get the Galaxy A53 5G for $0 on Tab Plus
  • For a limited time when you refer your friend to Koodo, you can both take $25 off your bill.
  • Get bonus 500MB data per month with Automatic Top-Up on all prepaid Base plans except $15 plan which comes with 250MB bonus per month.
  • Prepaid SIM cards are now $10 for a limited time 

Browse Koodo cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Score the ultimate Samsung S22 128GB + Galaxy Buds2 bundle for only $12.17/mo for 24 months with financing on a Rogers Infinite plan with Upfront Edge when you return your device within 2 years.
  • Get the new Pixel 6a for only $24.95/mo
  • Get iPhone 13 128GB for $0/mo for 24 months with financing and Upfront Edge when you return your device within 2 years and when you trade in an iPhone 11 or with $480 down
  • Get the Samsung Galaxy S22 128 GB for $0/mo for 24 months with financing and Upfront Edge when you trade in an Samsung Galaxy S20 or with $240 down. In-store only.
  • Get $10/mo off Rogers Infinite 45GB+ plans for 12 months. Online only.
  • Get the iPhone 13 128GB for only $20/mo for 24 months with financing and Upfront Edge when you return your device within 2 years

Ongoing deals:

    • Get a Samsung Galaxy S22 128GB for only $5/mo. for 24 months with financing and Upfront Edge when you return your device within 2 years
    • Get iPhone 13 Pro and AirPods Pro bundle for $33/mo for 24 months with financing and Upfront Edge
    • Get iPhone 13 Pro 128GB for $5/mo for 24 months with financing and Upfront Edge when you return your device within 2 years and when you trade in an iPhone 11 or with $480 down
    • Student mobile plans starting at just at $45/month in MB, SK & QC and $55/mo in main regions
    • Limited time offer on Infinite 20GB plan for $65/month and $45/month for additional lines in QC
    • Back-to-school savings – Ignite Internet starting at $54.99
    • Unlimited data from $45/mo per line in MB, SK & QC and $55/mo in main regions.
    • Refer your friends and save up to $300 per year
    • Stay connected anywhere with the new plan for data-only mobile internet. Get 50GB/mo for $120/mo, then pay only $10 for every 10 GB above this plan limit for the first 3 months.
    • Promotional data plan for individual plans on $45/mo 6GB plan, $50/mo 10GB plan and $55/mo 15GB plan.(QC)
    • Save on your Rogers bill with Cash Back Rewards, with the no annual fee RogersTM Platinum Mastercard.
    • Activate or upgrade on a $75/mo or higher Rogers Infinite plan and get our most premium perks (QC) and $90 for main regions.
    • Sign up for Disney+ through Rogers and get 6 months on select Rogers Infinite plans

Browse Rogers cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Save up to $801 on iPhone 13 family with Bring-It-Back
  • Bring your own device and save $10 monthly on 5G+ plans

Ongoing deals:

  • Act Fast to save $100 on PureFibre Gigabit Internet now $89/mo. (BC&AB)
  • Time to treat yourself to an Apple Watch, starting from $10 per month.
  • Join TELUS and get AirPods on us with your iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max.
  • Save up to $1,560 on Galaxy S22 series with Bring-It-Back
  • Upgrade your pad and get an Amazon Echo Show worth $100, for $0 in main regions
  • Save $20/mo. on LivingWell Companion Home
  • Get a TCL 30 XE 5G for only $9 per month.
  • Enjoy AirPods (2nd generation), a magical connection to your iPhone 13.
  • Trade-in and save up to $730 on iPhone 13 family
  • Save $40 on all SmartWear devices
  • iPhone 13 + Apple Watch Series 7. More powerful together.
  • Save up to $289 upfront on Google Pixel 6 Pro with Bring-It-Back
  • Charge and protect your phone for less than $50.
  • Earn a reward worth $50 when you refer a friend to TELUS
  • Get Stream+ for as low as $20 per month on select Unlimited plans
  • Join the TELUS Exclusive Partner Program and save more.
  • Save $10 per month with the ultimate online protection. (ON)
  • Sign up for Optik TV and Internet 75 today and get a free 55” 4K HDR TV worth $549.99.(BC &AB)
  • Get one month on us, plus a FREE $400 TELUS prepaid Visa. (BC&AB)
  • Bundle your services and get up to $40 off each month (QC)
  • Bundle a new Apple Watch with TELUS Health Companion from $54/month.
  • Save big on the flashiest phones with Bring‑It‑Back
  • Get a bonus 500MB of data when you sign-up for Auto Top-up on $30, $40, $45 & $55 prepaid talk, text & data plans
  • Get a bonus 100MB of data when you sign-up for Auto Top-up on $25 prepaid talk & text plan

Browse Telus cell phone plan

New deals:

  • Get 4GB data at 4G speed with Unlimited Canada-wide minutes & Unlimited International Text and Picture Messaging for $41.25

Ongoing deals:

  • Browse up to 30x faster with the new 4G speed plans
  • Great deals on certified pre-owned iPhone 8 and XR
  • For every dollar you spend, you’ll make 15% of it back in points.
  • Reward – Welcome Present Get 5 points.
  • Earn up to 20 points per month by helping the Public Mobile community online.
  • Earn 10 points for every 12 months you stay
  • Earn 1 point for every month a friend you refer stays
  • Free Public Mobile SIM Card included with each purchase of a Certified Pre-Owned phone.

Browse Public Mobile cell phone plans

Ongoing deals:

  • Get connected starting from $15/mo.
  • Chatr Refer a Friend Program – Get up to $150 in credits over 10 months to use towards your top up.
  • Exclusive Quebec offer – Get 5GB of bonus data on plans $35+ on your second anniversary date.
  • 500MB bonus with Autopay on all Talk, Text & Data plans
  • 250MB bonus with Autopay on Talk & Text $15 Plan

Browse Chatr cell phone plans

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Get a $50 visa prepaid card with $39, $48, $53 and $53 internet plans
  • Limited time offer on $45 and $55/mo ($55 includes 15GB + Bonus 5GB of Data) data, talk & text plans.
  • Get the Samsung Galaxy A53 for $0 down and pay only $10/mo with Sweet Pay

Ongoing deals:

  • 100MB Bonus Data on the $15 prepaid plan with PPU with AutoPay option.
  • Internet + TV from $64/mo. plus get a $50 visa prepaid card
  • Value-packed mobile plans and home internet. NOW $61/Mo when you bring your own phone + free $50 prepaid card
  • 8GB for $40/mo. when you bring your own phone (QC).
  • Add a line for $15/mo. and make calls and send messages with your Apple Watch SE and leave your phone at home. Limited time offer: save $240.
  • Get 250MB Bonus Data with unlimited province wide $22 and $29 plan, & unlimited Canada wide $25 Prepaid plan.
  • Get 500MB Bonus Data with unlimited province wide $31, $35, $40, $50 and $55 Prepaid plans.
  • Get Bonus 500MB data with unlimited Canada wide $32, $34, $38, $43, $53 & $58 prepaid plans.
  • GET AN ANNUAL PLAN. Activate an annual prepaid plan with 400 local minutes and 400 global texts for $100/year when you bring your own phone.
  • Shop online and get $50 waived of connection service fee.
  • Hot phones starting from $0 down, 0% APR
  • Refer a Friend to get $50 in bill credits each when they join the Virgin Plus party.
  • Crave is available as an add-on for TV for only $20/mo. hook up today and get 2 months free
  • Get TV starting from $25/mo.
  • Get a Google Chromecast when you hook up with TV on a 6-month term
  • Get up to $700 off a hot new device when you trade in your old one.

Browse Virgin Plus cell phone plans

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Get 1.5GB of data for $19/mo. for 12 months

Ongoing deals:

  • Get 20GB of data for only $40/mo. Price includes a $10/mo. discount for 24 months and Digital Discount. New Postpaid activations only.
  • Get iPhone 12 with TradeUp on a $50/mo. plan with 20GB of data.
  • iPhone 13 is available for $19/mo. With TradeUp on a $50/mo. plan with 20GB of data. After Digital Discount. 2-year term required.
  • Activate an eligible Samsung phone on a $40+/mo. plan and get a Galaxy Tab A7 Lite with 4GB Fast LTE Data for $0/mo. for 6 months
  • Bring your own phone plans – 25GB(10+15GB Bonus) for $50/mo, 30GB(15+15GB Bonus) for $65/mo and 50GB(35GB+15GB Bonus) (Canada/U.S.) for $80/mo
  • Enjoy one free month of Visual Voicemail when you sign up in-store or online for a Freedom Phone Line
  • Get unlimited talk and text starting at $99 per year. New Prepaid activations only.
  • Add a line and get 6GB of data for $30/mo. Price includes a $5/mo. discount for 24 months and Digital Discount. New Postpaid activations only.
  • $5/mo. digital discount on the $35 & $40 on Bring your own phone plans.
  • Refer a friend and get a $25 service credit for each referral. Save up to $250 a year

New deals:

  • Save $10/mo. for 6 months when you sign up for noSTRINGS Talk, Text + Data or Unlimited plans.
  • Upgrade your device and get 15 GB of data for just $85/mo.

Ongoing deals:

  • When you subscribe to maxTV, get 50% off Crave with STARZ for your first 3 months!
  • Purchase a Wireless Device Protection Plan and get 3 months free.
  • Sign up for maxTV & Internet to get big savings. Plus, get Optimum In-home Wi-Fi free for the first 12 months
  • Save $200 on Apple Watch Series 6 GPS and GPS + Cellular.
  • Get 10% off when you buy 2 or 20% off when you buy 3 or more regular priced cases, screen protectors, and/or chargers.
  • Sign up for new wireless service and save $15/mo. on your wireless plan for 24 months.
  • Save $20/mo. off an eligible voice & data plan when you bring your own phone or buy a phone at a full price!
  • Get big savings on wireless plans, crazy fast internet speeds, and binge-worthy TV.
  • Big deals on maxTV Stream media boxes for a limited time.
  • Get up to $600 in-store credit toward a new wireless device and accessories when you trade in your old device.
  • Sign up for SaskTel Internet on a monthly plan and save 50% for 3 months + get Optimum In-home Wi-Fi for only $5/mo. for first 3 months
  • Sign up for SaskTel Internet on a 2-year contract and get Optimum In-home Wi-Fi free for 12 months
  • Switch to a 2-year Internet contract plan and save $10/mo. off the regular price
  • Sign up for SaskTel Internet on the infiNET 300 plan and get this special deal + get Optimum In-home Wi-Fi free for the first 12 months
  • Upgrade to the next fastest plan at no additional cost for 1 month
  • For every 5 maxTV Stream theme packs you add, you get $8 in savings
  • Sign up for Super Channel and get your first month free!
  • Sign up for maxTV and get 50% off the Filipino 5-pack for 3 months.
  • Get unlimited calling with our Anytime North America Long Distance plan—all for one low monthly price
  • Get our 10 most popular calling features, including Call Display & Name Display, for just $10/mo. Add on Voice Mail for only $2/mo. more
  • Sign up for SaskTel homePHONE and get 3 months of Home Phone Service, Feature Package, and Anytime North America long distance for free
  • Get 3 months of Apple Fitness+ free when you buy an Apple Watch.
  • Sign up for noSTRINGS Prepaid Auto Top-ups and get a $20 bonus
  • Bring your Google Pixel and save $600

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Add Mobile to your Bundle and save $15/month forever
  • Get a $50 welcome credit when you sign up for a new mobile data plan online
  • Get 3 months of Apple TV+ free when you buy an Apple device.
  • Bundle home services with Mobile and save $10/mo forever
  • Order your Bundle anytime online get $200 welcome credit

Ongoing deals:

  • Get 90GB for only $62.50/month each
  • Get student Fibre Link Internet for only $59.95/month.
  • Get the Smartphone you Want for $0 Down with easyTab
  • Save $69.95 when you DIY and save the installation fee
  • Get up to $200 When you Switch to Eastlink
  • Refer a friend to Eastlink Mobile and you both get a $25 credit.
  • Change your mobile data plan anytime for free
  • Free Whole Home WiFi Perfected with all Bundles and Internet plans
  • Bring Your Own Device and Enjoy Data Plans
  • Upgrade to a new Phone Earlier With easyUp

Browse Eastlink cell phone plans 

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Save up to 60% off selected Preloved phones.
  • Mix & match your plans from $61/month.

Ongoing deals:

  • A supercharged voicemail for IOS and Android phones, at only $2 per month
  • Enjoy a 12-month warranty on new phones and a 6-month warranty on Preloved phones
  • The higher the level you’re at, the more rewards you get to choose from to add value to your monthly plan.
  • Samsung Galaxy S21FE 5G 128GB available for 39.54/month for 24 months
  • Any unused mobile data will be rolled over to the next month.

Browse Fizz cell phone plans 

New deals:

  • Experience Fibre+ Gig speeds for only $99/mo and connect more devices with next-gen WiFi 6 tech.
  • Bill credits with : Fibre + Internet, Fibre + Internet & Mobile, and Fibre + Internet & TV
  • Get a $50 credit with Fibre+ 250 Internet
  • Special Offer: Upgrade to WiFi 6 with Total TV, starting from $129/mo

Ongoing deals:

  • Get a $100 credit when you add Total TV to Fibre+ Internet
  • Save an additional $25/mo when you add our best TV to your Fibre+ Internet and Mobile bundle.
  • Order your plan online and save an extra $50
  • Get a $25/mo Unlimited plan with 25GB Fast LTE and save hundreds on Mobile when paired with Fibre+ Gig 1.5 Internet.
  • Upgrade to Fibre+ Gig 1.5 Internet for exclusive savings on Mobile.
  • If you’re looking for a lower-level TV plan than Total TV, check out the Limited TV plan for $25/mo.
  • Rollover Data any time for just $10/GB and carry over unused data for up to 90 days

Browse Shaw cell phone plans

Ongoing deals:

  • Check online for a line-up of certified refurbished iPhone and Samsung Galaxy phones
  • Free $25 account bonus & free sim card with purchase of a $100 top up OR $25 off & free sim card with purchase of a MaxWest phone and a $50 top up.

Browse cell phone plans

Ongoing deals:

  • Get an additional five percent of the value of every Top-Up in points when you sign up for Auto-Allowance or Allowance with your PC Financial Mastercard or PC Money
  • 20,000 PC Optimum points after two months of service
  • Get 1GB of bonus data every month when you sign up for an Automatic Top-Up option, eligible on plans that have data.

Browse cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Get 50 percent off your SIM when you buy it online.
  • Sign up for a cheap phone plan today and get 2GB/mo of bonus data for up to 8 months on select plans.

Ongoing deals:

  • A one-time $10 SIM Card charge applies for new activations.
  • Unlimited Canada-Wide & US Calling Plans that include the 5GB of bonus data- 15.5GB with automatic top-up for $50/mo, 20.5GB for $60/mo, 25.5GB for $70/mo. (QC)
  • Unlimited Canada-Wide calling plan – 1GB data with automatic top-up for $25/mo and 5GB bonus data included with the 8GB for $35/mo and 10GB for $40/mo plans(QC)
  • Get bonus data with Lucky Rewards.
  • Get 250MB/mo. of bonus data after making 6 monthly payments.
  • Unlimited Canada-Wide & US Calling Plan – 10.5GB with automatic top up for $50/mo, 15.5GB for $60/mo, 20.5GB for $70/mo. (ON, SK)
  • Unlimited Canada-wide calling plan – 1GB data with automatic top-up for $25/mo, 3GB for $35/mo, 5GB for $40/mo (ON, SK)
  • 750MB with automatic top-up for $15/mo Canada-wide data only plan, 250MB for $15/mo with 100 minutes Canada-wide calling plan (ON, SK).
  • You can now buy Lucky Mobile SIM Cards at Dollarama!
  • Get a cheap phone plan from $15/mo.
  • 500MB with Automatic Top-Up on $24, 3.5GB with Automatic Top-Up on $33, 11.5GB with Automatic Top-Up on $43 plans for QC.

Browse cell phone plans

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Introducing MobileSyrup’s telecom news round up [July 30 – Aug 5]

Welcome to MobileSyrup’s telecom roundup, a recap of all the important telecom news over the past week.

From quarterly reports to government announcements, this was a busy week in Canadian telecom.

Business news

Over the past week, we saw a barrage of quarterly reports from the leading telecom companies in Canada.

Telus reported it added 247,000 mobile and fixed customers in its second quarter of the year. 93,000 of the new customer came from mobile phone connections as the company saw its subscriber base increase by 4.2 percent year over year.

BCE reported growth in its wireless services as well, adding more than 110,000 mobile phone net subscribers. This figure increased 140 percent year over year. The company’s president and CEO also touched on the Rogers outage, saying Bell uses separate wireless and wireline networks, a move Rogers only recently announced. 

Unlike its counterparts, Québecor’s revenue was in the negative. The company reported $1.12 billion in revenue in Q2 2022, down $16 million (1.4 percent) from Q2 2021. Revenue for its telecommunication services decreased 1.7 percent.


Infrastructure

Bell announced earlier this week that it would roll out 8Gbps symmetrical internet speeds in September. The update will first be available to select Toronto residents. Information on 8Gbps plans by other providers is available here.

More on Bell-related news, Northwestel has launched high-speed fibre internet in two fly-in communities in the Northwest Territories. Customers in Fort Good Hope and Tulita will see speeds up to 300Mbps.


Policy/Government

OpenMedia and Leadnow are calling on the government to end Canada’s telecom monopoly. The two non-profit advocacy agencies have obtained 28,000 signatures through a petition.

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced it would allocate $20.5 million towards 10 wireless and internet projects through the Broadband Fund. The investment will support 35 communities in Newfoundland and Labrador, Manitoba, and Quebec.

The Government of Ontario announced it would work to bring high-speed internet to 266,000 homes and businesses. The Province has signed eight agreements with service providers, including Bell, Cogeco, Xplornet, and Rogers.


Deals

To end things off, here are some telecom deals you might want to check out.

Quebec residents, this one is for you. Koodo, Fido, and Virgin Plus are offering $45/15GB and $55/20GB plans. Check out the details here.

Koodo has brought back its ‘Data Days.’ Customers can add between 1 and 10GB of data addons for a reduced price. More details are available here.

That wraps up this week’s edition. Let us know what you think of this new column in the comments below and what you would like to see going forward.

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Rogers offers $55/mo 20GB student plan

Rogers rolled out a back-to-school offer for students: a $55/mo 20GB plan with unlimited data and 5G access.

The Toronto-based national telecom details the special student offer on its website, but RedFlagDeals also highlighted the offer with some additional details about how the discounts work. To start, it’s important to note that the deal is only for students, and you need a valid student ID and proof of enrollment to get it.

Next, Rogers’ website notes the discounted plan only last 24 months and notes customers will need to sign up for Automatic Payments to get a $5/mo discount to hit the advertised price. The Rogers website also suggests students need to finance a device to quality.

RFD adds some clarity here, noting that there’s a $25/mo discount (with no expiration), the $5/mo Automatic Payment discount, and another $5/mo discount that lasts 24 months. These discounts take the $90/mo 20GB plan down to $55/mo. However, the $90 plan mentioned by RFD doesn’t seem to exist — at the time of writing, Rogers’ website only had an $85/25GB plan and $95/45GB plan.

It’s possible this discrepancy stems from the source of the deal — the RFD post mentions the deal is only available at retailers like Wow Mobile, Wireless Wave, Costco, BestBuy, and others, whereas the Rogers offer is, well, the Rogers offer.

There also may be some one-time fees at the beginning; Rogers notes there’s a $50 ‘Setup Service Fee,’ but that gets waived if you get the plan through self-serve or Rogers’ website. Additionally, Rogers’ website says a “one-time fee of $50 may apply for existing customers in addition to the Setup Service Fee.”

Despite all the confusion and weirdness around discounts and setup fees, it seems there’s a $55/mo 20GB plan available from Rogers for students. But, if you’d rather not deal with all that, Koodo, Fido, and Virgin Plus all have $60/20GB plans and a $5/mo discount for 12 months, making the plans $55/20GB (at least for the first year). That might be a better option for most, especially if you don’t need 5G or a new phone.

You can check out the Rogers offer here.

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Government of Ontario pledges to bring high-speed internet to 266,000 homes and businesses

The Government of Ontario has signed contracts with eight service providers to bring high-speed internet access to hundreds of communities across the province.

The service providers include Bell, Bragg Communications, Cogeco Connexion, Community Network Partners, Eh!tel Networks Inc., North Frontenac Telephone Company, Xplornet Communications Inc., and Rogers.

The agreements will bring access to 266,000 homes and businesses in 339 municipalities.

“Our government is ensuring every community in Ontario has access to reliable high-speed internet,” Kinga Surma, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure, said.

In a press release, Bell said the partnership will allow the company to bring its fibre network, with download speeds up to 3Gbps, to communities. In a separate press release, Cogeco acknowledged it has begun to work on its projects.

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Source: Government of Ontario

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Advocacy agencies call on Minister Champagne to end Canada’s telecom monopoly

Non-profit Canadian advocacy agencies OpenMedia and Leadnow got over 28,000 petition signatures and called for an end to Canada’s telecom monopoly.

In a press release sent to MobileSyrup, OpenMedia said it and Leadnow issued a joint statement to Innovation, Science, and Economic Development (ISED) Minister François-Philippe Champagne. The statement highlights issues with Canada’s telecom monopoly and calls for guaranteed affordable, reliable high-speed internet for all Canadians.

The statement comes as a response to the July 8th Rogers outage — called ‘Red Friday’ by some — which saw the company’s wireless and wireline network collapse, taking out mobile, internet and other services for millions of Canadians for some 19 hours. Many were impacted well beyond the initial scope of the outage. Moreover, Red Friday prevented Canadians from accessing emergency and financial services.

“July’s Rogers outage must be a turning point for Canada. People from coast to coast are waking up to how rigged our telecom system has become, functioning primarily to benefit Rogers, Telus, and Bell at the expense of ordinary Canadians,” the statement reads.

OpenMedia highlighted key options for reducing the monopoly power of telecom in Canada, which include creating a national public competitor to deliver internet services, expanding support for local public ownership of community networks, structural separation of telecom companies that own wireline and wireless services, and mandating telecom network access for small companies, which would increase competition and help reduce prices.

It remains to be seen what impact, if any, this has on the government’s response to Red Friday. Champagne has already demanded the major telecom players work together to develop a fallback system for future outages, the House of Commons committee on industry (INDU) is studying the Rogers outage, and the company answered CRTC questions about what happened. However, some have criticized Rogers for promoting transparency while heavily redacting its response to the CRTC, while others believe the government’s response — such as mandating the major telecom players work together — will worsen competition issues.

You can read the full statement from OpenMedia and Leadnow here.

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The Big Three race to offer the fastest home internet in Canada

Picking a provider for at-home fibre internet services can be a difficult task. Cost, location, and available speeds are some of the factors that play a role. It also isn’t helpful when Canada’s largest telecom companies come out with one announcement or another claiming to rule the game.

The latest stream of announcements involves delivering upload and download speeds of 8 Gigabits per second (Gbps).

Back in April, Rogers announced that it completed fibre broadband tests to deliver up to 8Gbps of symmetrical speeds. Earlier this week, Bell followed suit with a similar announcement.

To help you stay up to date with the information, MobileSyrup has put together a guide to give you a roundup of everything you need to know about the deployment of 8Gbps speeds.

Rogers

The Toronto-based telecom giant said 8Gbps symmetrical speeds would be available through Ignite Internet this summer for customers in parts of Ontario, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland. But with only mere weeks left in the hottest season of the year, Rogers has yet to provide any further details on the matter.

“Rogers has not yet released further updates to our plan for 8Gbps. In our previous release, we had indicated availability in the Summer of 2022 and that’s what we are working towards. More information on the plan will be shared closer to its release time,” a spokesperson told MobileSyrup.

Rogers’ fastest speeds currently under Ignite Internet are symmetrical speeds of 2.5Gbps in parts of Ontario, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland. More information is available on Rogers’ website. 

Bell

Bell recently announced it would introduce 8Gbps symmetrical speeds in September in parts of Toronto, where download speeds will be five times faster and upload speeds 250 times faster than cable technology.

“New 8Gbps speeds will be available starting in September in select areas of Toronto, and later rolling out in other parts of the country. We’ll share more information about specific locations closer to the time of availability,” a Bell spokesperson told MobileSyrup.

Bell currently offers 3Gbps download and upload speeds under Fibe Internet. Anyone interested in the service can visit their website to check if the offer is available to them.

Telus

At this time, Telus hasn’t made plans to launch 8Gbps symmetrical speeds (if it has any) public. But past instances have told us it’s likely the company isn’t too far behind from launching something similar.

For example, all three companies were quick to announce the rollout of the 3500MHz spectrum to their respective customers, making announcements in close succession.

At this time, Telus” fastest internet speeds include download speeds up to 1.5Gbps and upload speeds of 940 megabits per second (Mbps), according to their website. To note, 1 Gbps equals 1,000 Mbps.

Telus did not respond to requests for comment ahead of publication.

This story will be updated with more information as it becomes avalable.

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Here are the changes to Canadian mobile rate plans this week [August 4- August 10]

With over 13 wireless providers in Canada, it can be difficult to keep track of the latest promotions and cell phone rate plan changes. 

MobileSyrup will compile the latest weekly rate plan deals every week. You can also check out our guide on plans across Canada to find the right plan for you.  You can compare from 47,842 options and 13 providers in Canada to find the best option.

It’s worth noting that rate plans are always subject to change and that we’ll do our best to keep this list updated as accurately as possible.

Canadian carrier rate plan changes this week

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Get 10 GB of data for just $40/mo in QC
  • Get an unlimited Canada/U.S. plan for your business for just $65/mo. in QC
  • Get 10 GB of shareable data, plus an additional 5 GB on Canada’s best network for just $50/mo in QC
  • Get 500MB bonus data/mo. with automatic monthly top-up options with the $25, $30, $40, $45 & $55 prepaid plans
  • Get 3 lines with 90 GB of shareable data for an average of $53.33/mo in QC, and 150GB for $68.33/mo in MB & SK and $78.33/mo in Main Regions.

Ongoing deals:

  • Get iPhone 13 Pro Max for as low as $10/mo. With Device Return Option and trade-in of an iPhone 11.
  • Get bonus Crave Mobile for 24 months with Unlimited Share Plans Ultimate 40 and 50 in QC and Ultimate 45 and 50 in main regions.
  • Get 10GB of unlimited data for $45 in MB & SK and for $55/mo in main regions.
  • Special online offer – Get AirPods when you purchase select iPhones.
  • Save $25/mo. for every team member you add to your account.
  • Switch your business to Canada’s best 5G network and get a credit of $200 per line.
  • Get an unlimited 50 GB plan for just $95/mo. on Canada’s best 5G network in Main regions and for $85/mo in MB & SK
  • Save up to $185 on a Samsung Galaxy Watch4 series smartwatch.
  • Buy a new phone online and save $50
  • Connect your other devices and enjoy unlimited data from $10/mo.
  • Get 3 months of Apple TV+ when you buy an iPhone or iPad.
  • limited time offer – Get 3 months of Apple Fitness+ free when you buy an Apple Watch
  • Trade in your old device and save. Get a credit up to $700 when you trade in your old phone.
  • Get Crave Mobile for 24 months when you activate or upgrade to a new unlimited Ultimate plan.
  • Pay even less per month with the Device Return Option.
  • Various phone accessories on sale
  • Trade in your device and get a minimum $100 towards a new one.
  • Pair Bell mobility with your Bell service and get 20GB of data for just $50/mo. in QC and for $65/mo. in ON.
  • Save $20/mo. for every family member you add to your account.
  • Get up to 500 MB bonus data/mo. when you sign up for Automatic Monthly or Automatic Monthly/Low Balance Top-Up option on eligible plans.

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Activate a line, save up to 30 percent at TSC
  • Get the Google Pixel 6a for only $24.95/mo for 24 months, $0 down on approved credit and 0% interest with Fido Payment Program and select plans.
  • Best-in-class deal: Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G for less!
  • Save up to $35 per month for 12 months on Fido Home Internet when you pair with a Mobile plan. (ON)

Ongoing deals:

  • Back-to-school deal: 8GB for $40/mo
  • Save up to $25/mo for 12 months on Fido Home Internet
  • Get your certified pre-loved phones starting from just $3/month.
  • Fido postpaid customers get new deals and giveaways, with Fido XTRA.
  • Get 5 extra hours of unlimited data every month at no extra cost. Available with Data, Talk & Text plans.
  • TABLETS AT $0 DOWN AND 0 percent INTEREST with financing on select plans for $10/month when you add a line to your account.
  • Trade in select devices and get a minimum credit of $100
  • One Month Free Service when you invite your friends and they join Fido.

Browse Fido cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Get 100 GB bonus per year along with $15 monthly savings with all-Inclusive 20GB, 40GB and 50GB plan
  • Enjoy the new Google Pixel 6a Magic Eraser feature, which makes it easy to edit your pictures.

Ongoing deals:

  • For study and entertainment, the most secure Wi-Fi with Helix Internet is available from $60/month.
  • Get 10 GB bonus per year in Canada with Basic 6GB, 10GB and 15GB Canada plan
  • Save $10 with a Mobile plan combined to an Internet service
  • Save $17/month on the high-performance, Unlimited 100 Internet plan
  • Unlimited 60 Internet + TV App Basic service at $65/month, plus Club illico and Vrai offered 6 months.
  • Take advantage of all the benefits of Helix internet starting from $60/mo.
  • The new Vrai platform is offered for 6 months when you add it to your Mobile plan via the QUB app.
  • Play online unhindered thanks to Helix high-performance Unlimited 400 Internet. Only $70/month!
  • Add the TV App Basic service plan to any Internet plan for only $5 more per month.
  • Does your teen want to be connected? Give in with a 10 GB plan at $20 per month. Combine it with two All-Inclusive Mobile plans and save more thanks to the multiline discount
  • Access a host of movies, series and youth content with Club illico mobile included in our All-Inclusive Mobile plans
  • Monthly savings on various smart phones
  • Save big when you buy a new phone! It’s easy—bring in your old device and save up to $500
  • Take advantage of monthly discount with multiline $5 to $15 per line each month (depends of number of lines)
  • Sale on phone cables, chargers and audio accessories
  • Subscribe to the QUB musique Family plan at the exclusive rate of $9.99/month for 24 months

New deals:

  • Limited time offer Tab Plus Plans : Promo on $60 (includes 10GB + bonus 5GB of data) in main regions
  • Get the new Google Pixel 6a for as low as $25/month with the Tab.
  • Promo on Bring your own phone plan : $27, $40, $45 and $55/month plan (QC)
  • Promo on Bring your own phone plans : $27, $55 and $60/month plan. (main regions)

Ongoing deals:

  • Limited time offer Tab Plus Plans : Promo on $45 and $55/month(includes 15GB + bonus 5GB of data) in QC
  • Get a $150 visa gift card with Certified Pre-owned iPhone XS Max, XR & XS
  • Get the Galaxy A53 5G for $0 on Tab Plus
  • For a limited time when you refer your friend to Koodo, you can both take $25 off your bill.
  • Get bonus 500MB data per month with Automatic Top-Up on all prepaid Base plans except $15 plan which comes with 250MB bonus per month.
  • Prepaid SIM cards are now $10 for a limited time 

Browse Koodo cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Score the ultimate Samsung S22 128GB + Galaxy Buds2 bundle for only $12.17/mo for 24 months with financing on a Rogers Infinite plan with Upfront Edge when you return your device within 2 years.
  • Get the new Pixel 6a for only $24.95/mo
  • Get iPhone 13 128GB for $0/mo for 24 months with financing and Upfront Edge when you return your device within 2 years and when you trade in an iPhone 11 or with $480 down
  • Get the Samsung Galaxy S22 128 GB for $0/mo for 24 months with financing and Upfront Edge when you trade in an Samsung Galaxy S20 or with $240 down. In-store only.
  • Get $10/mo off Rogers Infinite 45GB+ plans for 12 months. Online only.
  • Get the iPhone 13 128GB for only $20/mo for 24 months with financing and Upfront Edge when you return your device within 2 years

Ongoing deals:

    • Get a Samsung Galaxy S22 128GB for only $5/mo. for 24 months with financing and Upfront Edge when you return your device within 2 years
    • Get iPhone 13 Pro and AirPods Pro bundle for $33/mo for 24 months with financing and Upfront Edge
    • Get iPhone 13 Pro 128GB for $5/mo for 24 months with financing and Upfront Edge when you return your device within 2 years and when you trade in an iPhone 11 or with $480 down
    • Student mobile plans starting at just at $45/month in MB, SK & QC and $55/mo in main regions
    • Limited time offer on Infinite 20GB plan for $65/month and $45/month for additional lines in QC
    • Back-to-school savings – Ignite Internet starting at $54.99
    • Unlimited data from $45/mo per line in MB, SK & QC and $55/mo in main regions.
    • Refer your friends and save up to $300 per year
    • Stay connected anywhere with the new plan for data-only mobile internet. Get 50GB/mo for $120/mo, then pay only $10 for every 10 GB above this plan limit for the first 3 months.
    • Promotional data plan for individual plans on $45/mo 6GB plan, $50/mo 10GB plan and $55/mo 15GB plan.(QC)
    • Save on your Rogers bill with Cash Back Rewards, with the no annual fee RogersTM Platinum Mastercard.
    • Activate or upgrade on a $75/mo or higher Rogers Infinite plan and get our most premium perks (QC) and $90 for main regions.
    • Sign up for Disney+ through Rogers and get 6 months on select Rogers Infinite plans

Browse Rogers cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Save up to $801 on iPhone 13 family with Bring-It-Back
  • Bring your own device and save $10 monthly on 5G+ plans

Ongoing deals:

  • Act Fast to save $100 on PureFibre Gigabit Internet now $89/mo. (BC&AB)
  • Time to treat yourself to an Apple Watch, starting from $10 per month.
  • Join TELUS and get AirPods on us with your iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max.
  • Save up to $1,560 on Galaxy S22 series with Bring-It-Back
  • Upgrade your pad and get an Amazon Echo Show worth $100, for $0 in main regions
  • Save $20/mo. on LivingWell Companion Home
  • Get a TCL 30 XE 5G for only $9 per month.
  • Enjoy AirPods (2nd generation), a magical connection to your iPhone 13.
  • Trade-in and save up to $730 on iPhone 13 family
  • Save $40 on all SmartWear devices
  • iPhone 13 + Apple Watch Series 7. More powerful together.
  • Save up to $289 upfront on Google Pixel 6 Pro with Bring-It-Back
  • Charge and protect your phone for less than $50.
  • Earn a reward worth $50 when you refer a friend to TELUS
  • Get Stream+ for as low as $20 per month on select Unlimited plans
  • Join the TELUS Exclusive Partner Program and save more.
  • Save $10 per month with the ultimate online protection. (ON)
  • Sign up for Optik TV and Internet 75 today and get a free 55” 4K HDR TV worth $549.99.(BC &AB)
  • Get one month on us, plus a FREE $400 TELUS prepaid Visa. (BC&AB)
  • Bundle your services and get up to $40 off each month (QC)
  • Bundle a new Apple Watch with TELUS Health Companion from $54/month.
  • Save big on the flashiest phones with Bring‑It‑Back
  • Get a bonus 500MB of data when you sign-up for Auto Top-up on $30, $40, $45 & $55 prepaid talk, text & data plans
  • Get a bonus 100MB of data when you sign-up for Auto Top-up on $25 prepaid talk & text plan

Browse Telus cell phone plan

New deals:

  • Get 4GB data at 4G speed with Unlimited Canada-wide minutes & Unlimited International Text and Picture Messaging for $41.25

Ongoing deals:

  • Browse up to 30x faster with the new 4G speed plans
  • Great deals on certified pre-owned iPhone 8 and XR
  • For every dollar you spend, you’ll make 15% of it back in points.
  • Reward – Welcome Present Get 5 points.
  • Earn up to 20 points per month by helping the Public Mobile community online.
  • Earn 10 points for every 12 months you stay
  • Earn 1 point for every month a friend you refer stays
  • Free Public Mobile SIM Card included with each purchase of a Certified Pre-Owned phone.

Browse Public Mobile cell phone plans

Ongoing deals:

  • Get connected starting from $15/mo.
  • Chatr Refer a Friend Program – Get up to $150 in credits over 10 months to use towards your top up.
  • Exclusive Quebec offer – Get 5GB of bonus data on plans $35+ on your second anniversary date.
  • 500MB bonus with Autopay on all Talk, Text & Data plans
  • 250MB bonus with Autopay on Talk & Text $15 Plan

Browse Chatr cell phone plans

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Get a $50 visa prepaid card with $39, $48, $53 and $53 internet plans
  • Limited time offer on $45 and $55/mo ($55 includes 15GB + Bonus 5GB of Data) data, talk & text plans.
  • Get the Samsung Galaxy A53 for $0 down and pay only $10/mo with Sweet Pay

Ongoing deals:

  • 100MB Bonus Data on the $15 prepaid plan with PPU with AutoPay option.
  • Internet + TV from $64/mo. plus get a $50 visa prepaid card
  • Value-packed mobile plans and home internet. NOW $61/Mo when you bring your own phone + free $50 prepaid card
  • 8GB for $40/mo. when you bring your own phone (QC).
  • Add a line for $15/mo. and make calls and send messages with your Apple Watch SE and leave your phone at home. Limited time offer: save $240.
  • Get 250MB Bonus Data with unlimited province wide $22 and $29 plan, & unlimited Canada wide $25 Prepaid plan.
  • Get 500MB Bonus Data with unlimited province wide $31, $35, $40, $50 and $55 Prepaid plans.
  • Get Bonus 500MB data with unlimited Canada wide $32, $34, $38, $43, $53 & $58 prepaid plans.
  • GET AN ANNUAL PLAN. Activate an annual prepaid plan with 400 local minutes and 400 global texts for $100/year when you bring your own phone.
  • Shop online and get $50 waived of connection service fee.
  • Hot phones starting from $0 down, 0% APR
  • Refer a Friend to get $50 in bill credits each when they join the Virgin Plus party.
  • Crave is available as an add-on for TV for only $20/mo. hook up today and get 2 months free
  • Get TV starting from $25/mo.
  • Get a Google Chromecast when you hook up with TV on a 6-month term
  • Get up to $700 off a hot new device when you trade in your old one.

Browse Virgin Plus cell phone plans

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Get 1.5GB of data for $19/mo. for 12 months

Ongoing deals:

  • Get 20GB of data for only $40/mo. Price includes a $10/mo. discount for 24 months and Digital Discount. New Postpaid activations only.
  • Get iPhone 12 with TradeUp on a $50/mo. plan with 20GB of data.
  • iPhone 13 is available for $19/mo. With TradeUp on a $50/mo. plan with 20GB of data. After Digital Discount. 2-year term required.
  • Activate an eligible Samsung phone on a $40+/mo. plan and get a Galaxy Tab A7 Lite with 4GB Fast LTE Data for $0/mo. for 6 months
  • Bring your own phone plans – 25GB(10+15GB Bonus) for $50/mo, 30GB(15+15GB Bonus) for $65/mo and 50GB(35GB+15GB Bonus) (Canada/U.S.) for $80/mo
  • Enjoy one free month of Visual Voicemail when you sign up in-store or online for a Freedom Phone Line
  • Get unlimited talk and text starting at $99 per year. New Prepaid activations only.
  • Add a line and get 6GB of data for $30/mo. Price includes a $5/mo. discount for 24 months and Digital Discount. New Postpaid activations only.
  • $5/mo. digital discount on the $35 & $40 on Bring your own phone plans.
  • Refer a friend and get a $25 service credit for each referral. Save up to $250 a year

New deals:

  • Save $10/mo. for 6 months when you sign up for noSTRINGS Talk, Text + Data or Unlimited plans.
  • Upgrade your device and get 15 GB of data for just $85/mo.

Ongoing deals:

  • When you subscribe to maxTV, get 50% off Crave with STARZ for your first 3 months!
  • Purchase a Wireless Device Protection Plan and get 3 months free.
  • Sign up for maxTV & Internet to get big savings. Plus, get Optimum In-home Wi-Fi free for the first 12 months
  • Save $200 on Apple Watch Series 6 GPS and GPS + Cellular.
  • Get 10% off when you buy 2 or 20% off when you buy 3 or more regular priced cases, screen protectors, and/or chargers.
  • Sign up for new wireless service and save $15/mo. on your wireless plan for 24 months.
  • Save $20/mo. off an eligible voice & data plan when you bring your own phone or buy a phone at a full price!
  • Get big savings on wireless plans, crazy fast internet speeds, and binge-worthy TV.
  • Big deals on maxTV Stream media boxes for a limited time.
  • Get up to $600 in-store credit toward a new wireless device and accessories when you trade in your old device.
  • Sign up for SaskTel Internet on a monthly plan and save 50% for 3 months + get Optimum In-home Wi-Fi for only $5/mo. for first 3 months
  • Sign up for SaskTel Internet on a 2-year contract and get Optimum In-home Wi-Fi free for 12 months
  • Switch to a 2-year Internet contract plan and save $10/mo. off the regular price
  • Sign up for SaskTel Internet on the infiNET 300 plan and get this special deal + get Optimum In-home Wi-Fi free for the first 12 months
  • Upgrade to the next fastest plan at no additional cost for 1 month
  • For every 5 maxTV Stream theme packs you add, you get $8 in savings
  • Sign up for Super Channel and get your first month free!
  • Sign up for maxTV and get 50% off the Filipino 5-pack for 3 months.
  • Get unlimited calling with our Anytime North America Long Distance plan—all for one low monthly price
  • Get our 10 most popular calling features, including Call Display & Name Display, for just $10/mo. Add on Voice Mail for only $2/mo. more
  • Sign up for SaskTel homePHONE and get 3 months of Home Phone Service, Feature Package, and Anytime North America long distance for free
  • Get 3 months of Apple Fitness+ free when you buy an Apple Watch.
  • Sign up for noSTRINGS Prepaid Auto Top-ups and get a $20 bonus
  • Bring your Google Pixel and save $600

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Add Mobile to your Bundle and save $15/month forever
  • Get a $50 welcome credit when you sign up for a new mobile data plan online
  • Get 3 months of Apple TV+ free when you buy an Apple device.
  • Bundle home services with Mobile and save $10/mo forever
  • Order your Bundle anytime online get $200 welcome credit

Ongoing deals:

  • Get 90GB for only $62.50/month each
  • Get student Fibre Link Internet for only $59.95/month.
  • Get the Smartphone you Want for $0 Down with easyTab
  • Save $69.95 when you DIY and save the installation fee
  • Get up to $200 When you Switch to Eastlink
  • Refer a friend to Eastlink Mobile and you both get a $25 credit.
  • Change your mobile data plan anytime for free
  • Free Whole Home WiFi Perfected with all Bundles and Internet plans
  • Bring Your Own Device and Enjoy Data Plans
  • Upgrade to a new Phone Earlier With easyUp

Browse Eastlink cell phone plans 

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Save up to 60% off selected Preloved phones.
  • Mix & match your plans from $61/month.

Ongoing deals:

  • A supercharged voicemail for IOS and Android phones, at only $2 per month
  • Enjoy a 12-month warranty on new phones and a 6-month warranty on Preloved phones
  • The higher the level you’re at, the more rewards you get to choose from to add value to your monthly plan.
  • Samsung Galaxy S21FE 5G 128GB available for 39.54/month for 24 months
  • Any unused mobile data will be rolled over to the next month.

Browse Fizz cell phone plans 

New deals:

  • Experience Fibre+ Gig speeds for only $99/mo and connect more devices with next-gen WiFi 6 tech.
  • Bill credits with : Fibre + Internet, Fibre + Internet & Mobile, and Fibre + Internet & TV
  • Get a $50 credit with Fibre+ 250 Internet
  • Special Offer: Upgrade to WiFi 6 with Total TV, starting from $129/mo

Ongoing deals:

  • Get a $100 credit when you add Total TV to Fibre+ Internet
  • Save an additional $25/mo when you add our best TV to your Fibre+ Internet and Mobile bundle.
  • Order your plan online and save an extra $50
  • Get a $25/mo Unlimited plan with 25GB Fast LTE and save hundreds on Mobile when paired with Fibre+ Gig 1.5 Internet.
  • Upgrade to Fibre+ Gig 1.5 Internet for exclusive savings on Mobile.
  • If you’re looking for a lower-level TV plan than Total TV, check out the Limited TV plan for $25/mo.
  • Rollover Data any time for just $10/GB and carry over unused data for up to 90 days

Browse Shaw cell phone plans

Ongoing deals:

  • Check online for a line-up of certified refurbished iPhone and Samsung Galaxy phones
  • Free $25 account bonus & free sim card with purchase of a $100 top up OR $25 off & free sim card with purchase of a MaxWest phone and a $50 top up.

Browse cell phone plans

Ongoing deals:

  • Get an additional five percent of the value of every Top-Up in points when you sign up for Auto-Allowance or Allowance with your PC Financial Mastercard or PC Money
  • 20,000 PC Optimum points after two months of service
  • Get 1GB of bonus data every month when you sign up for an Automatic Top-Up option, eligible on plans that have data.

Browse cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Get 50 percent off your SIM when you buy it online.
  • Sign up for a cheap phone plan today and get 2GB/mo of bonus data for up to 8 months on select plans.

Ongoing deals:

  • A one-time $10 SIM Card charge applies for new activations.
  • Unlimited Canada-Wide & US Calling Plans that include the 5GB of bonus data- 15.5GB with automatic top-up for $50/mo, 20.5GB for $60/mo, 25.5GB for $70/mo. (QC)
  • Unlimited Canada-Wide calling plan – 1GB data with automatic top-up for $25/mo and 5GB bonus data included with the 8GB for $35/mo and 10GB for $40/mo plans(QC)
  • Get bonus data with Lucky Rewards.
  • Get 250MB/mo. of bonus data after making 6 monthly payments.
  • Unlimited Canada-Wide & US Calling Plan – 10.5GB with automatic top up for $50/mo, 15.5GB for $60/mo, 20.5GB for $70/mo. (ON, SK)
  • Unlimited Canada-wide calling plan – 1GB data with automatic top-up for $25/mo, 3GB for $35/mo, 5GB for $40/mo (ON, SK)
  • 750MB with automatic top-up for $15/mo Canada-wide data only plan, 250MB for $15/mo with 100 minutes Canada-wide calling plan (ON, SK).
  • You can now buy Lucky Mobile SIM Cards at Dollarama!
  • Get a cheap phone plan from $15/mo.
  • 500MB with Automatic Top-Up on $24, 3.5GB with Automatic Top-Up on $33, 11.5GB with Automatic Top-Up on $43 plans for QC.

Browse cell phone plans

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Oxio warns of internet slowdowns for Ontario customers due to July 8 Rogers outage

Independent internet service provider (ISP) Oxio reached out to its Ontario customers via email Saturday to warn of potential slowdowns during peak hours (between 8pm and 10pm). Moreover, it requested customers try to not perform speed tests as it will “clog up the lines” and cause more slowdowns.

You can read a longer explanation below if you’re interested in the details of the internet in Canada, but the short version of what’s going on is Oxio needed a capacity increase from Rogers because of its growing customer base. Oxio requested that increase, but didn’t get it because of the July 8th outage, and is now stuck waiting for Rogers to resume performing network changes to get the increase it needs.

Oxio emailed customers to explain what was going on because it “promised to be up front” about everything. The main takeaways from the email include that Oxio is working on the problem with Rogers and the Competitive Network Operators of Canada (CNOC) since other ISPs might be affected. Another takeaway is that Ontario customers (disclosure, I am one) might experience slowdowns because of this.

Rogers halted network changes, pushing back Oxio’s capacity increase

A segment of the Oxio email explaining what’s going on with Rogers.

Oxio says that its growing customer base requires an increase in capacity in Ontario, and since Oxio runs on Rogers in the province, it needs to purchase capacity from Rogers. However, issues related to the July 8th Rogers outage — called ‘Red Friday’ by some — resulted in Oxio not getting the capacity increase that it needed.

In the email, Oxio explained that it submitted a request to Rogers to increase capacity on June 22nd, and the change was supposed to go into effect on July 7th. Oxio said Rogers didn’t increase capacity when it was supposed to (apparently, “this is pretty normal” with Rogers). However, unlike previous capacity increases, Oxio says Rogers implemented a “company-wide change embargo” after Red Friday.

Again, Oxio says this is pretty normal after an outage since network changes are responsible for most problems. Rogers has already detailed how its maintenance update caused a cascading problem through its core network that ultimately took out wireline, wireless, and several other services nationwide.

The embargo was set to end on July 18th. However, Rogers extended it several times, leaving Oxio with no scheduled date for the capacity increase:

“Since then, Rogers has extended their change embargo twice. The first time until July 25, 2022 and, recently, again for an indeterminate period, which means there’s no scheduled date to complete our request for additional capacity.”

Oxio says it’s not “too worried” about the embargo since it hasn’t hit maximum capacity yet. However, the company says its “rapid growth, means [it is] quickly running out of bandwidth,” which could lead to slowdowns at peak times.

Thankfully, it’s not all bad news. Oxio also told customers it hopes “to have all of this sorted before you notice anything.” The company says it’s talking with “the right people at Rogers” and has reached out to the CNOC because it likely isn’t the only other independent ISP impacted by the Rogers embargo.

Ultimately, if you’re with Oxio or another ISP that runs on Rogers’ network, you may want to keep an eye out for potential slowdowns and avoid doing speed tests until this all gets sorted out.

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Here are the changes to Canadian mobile rate plans this week [July 28 – August 3]

With over 13 wireless providers in Canada, it can be difficult to keep track of the latest promotions and cell phone rate plan changes. 

MobileSyrup will compile the latest weekly rate plan deals every week. You can also check out our guide on plans across Canada to find the right plan for you.  You can compare from 47,842 options and 13 providers in Canada to find the best option.

It’s worth noting that rate plans are always subject to change and that we’ll do our best to keep this list updated as accurately as possible.

Canadian carrier rate plan changes this week

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Get iPhone 13 Pro Max for as low as $10/mo. With Device Return Option and trade-in of an iPhone 11.
  • Get bonus Crave Mobile for 24 months with Unlimited Share Plans Ultimate 40 and 50 in QC and Ultimate 45 and 50 in main regions.
  • Get 10GB of unlimited data for $45 in MB & SK and for $55/mo in main regions.
  • Get 3 lines with 120GB of shareable data for an average of $58.33/mo. in QC, and 150GB for $68.33/mo in MB & SK and $78.33/mo in Main Regions.

Ongoing deals:

  • Special online offer – Get AirPods when you purchase select iPhones.
  • Save $25/mo. for every team member you add to your account.
  • Switch your business to Canada’s best 5G network and get a credit of $200 per line.
  • Get an unlimited 50 GB plan for just $95/mo. on Canada’s best 5G network in Main regions and for $85/mo in MB & SK
  • Save up to $185 on a Samsung Galaxy Watch4 series smartwatch.
  • Buy a new phone online and save $50
  • Connect your other devices and enjoy unlimited data from $10/mo.
  • Get 3 months of Apple TV+ when you buy an iPhone or iPad.
  • Limited time offer – Get 3 months of Apple Fitness+ free when you buy an Apple Watch
  • Trade in your old device and save. Get a credit up to $700 when you trade in your old phone.
  • Get Crave Mobile for 24 months when you activate or upgrade to a new unlimited Ultimate plan.
  • Get 500MB bonus data/mo. with automatic monthly top-up options with the $30, $40, $45 & $55 prepaid plans
  • Pay even less per month with the Device Return Option.
  • Various phone accessories on sale
  • Trade in your device and get a minimum $100 towards a new one.
  • Pair Bell mobility with your Bell service and get 20GB of data for just $50/mo. in QC and for $65/mo. in ON.
  • Get bonus 100MB data/mo with unlimited Canada wide minutes for $25/mo with automatic monthly top-up options.
  • Save $20/mo. for every family member you add to your account.
  • Get up to 500 MB bonus data/mo. when you sign up for Automatic Monthly or Automatic Monthly/Low Balance Top-Up option on eligible plans.

New deals:

  • Back-to-school deal: 8GB for $40/mo
  • Get iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 12, 12 Pro Max, 12 mini, SE (2020), 13 mini, Samsung Galaxy S21+ 5G, S21 Ultra 5G, TCL 20 Pro 5G, Google Pixel 4a (5G) on Clearance.

Ongoing deals:

  • Save up to $25/mo for 12 months on Fido Home Internet
  • Get the Motorola Edge for $0 down on approved credit and pay only $6.50/mo for 24 months with Fido Payment Program
  • Discover great phones at $0 down on approved credit and select plans with Fido Payment Program
  • Get your certified pre-loved phones starting from just $3/month.
  • Fido postpaid customers get new deals and giveaways, with Fido XTRA.
  • Get 5 extra hours of unlimited data every month at no extra cost. Available with Data, Talk & Text plans.
  • Save $25 per month for 12 months on unlimited Home Internet 50u or 100u when you pair with a Mobile plan. (ON)
  • TABLETS AT $0 DOWN AND 0% INTEREST with financing on select plans for $10/month when you add a line to your account.
  • Trade in select devices and get a minimum credit of $100
  • One Month Free Service when you invite your friends and they join Fido.

Browse Fido cell phone plans

New deals:

  • For study and entertainment, the most secure Wi-Fi with Helix Internet is available from $60/month.
  • Get 10 GB bonus per year in Canada with Basic 6GB, 10GB and 15GB Canada plan

Ongoing deals:

  • Get 100 GB bonus per year with all-Inclusive 20GB, 40GB plan as well as 50GB plans
  • The new TCL 30 5G is now available! Enjoy it today from only $17 per month.
  • Save $10 with a Mobile plan combined to an Internet service
  • Save $17/month on the high-performance, Unlimited 100 Internet plan
  • Unlimited 60 Internet + TV App Basic service at $65/month, plus Club illico and Vrai offered 6 months.
  • Take advantage of all the benefits of Helix internet starting from $60/mo.
  • The new Vrai platform is offered for 6 months when you add it to your Mobile plan via the QUB app.
  • Play online unhindered thanks to Helix high-performance Unlimited 400 Internet. Only $70/month!
  • Add the TV App Basic service plan to any Internet plan for only $5 more per month.
  • Does your teen want to be connected? Give in with a 10 GB plan at $20 per month. Combine it with two All-Inclusive Mobile plans and save more thanks to the multiline discount
  • Access a host of movies, series and youth content with Club illico mobile included in our All-Inclusive Mobile plans
  • Monthly savings on various smart phones
  • Save big when you buy a new phone! It’s easy—bring in your old device and save up to $500
  • Take advantage of the monthly discount with multiline $5 to $15 per line each month (depends on number of lines)
  • Sale on phone cables, chargers and audio accessories
  • Subscribe to the QUB musique Family plan at the exclusive rate of $9.99/month for 24 months

New deals:

  • Limited time offer Tab Plus Plans : Promo on $45 and $55/month(includes 15GB + bonus 5GB of data) in QC
  • Limited time offer Tab Plus Plans : Promo on $60 (includes 10GB + bonus 5GB of data) and $65/month(includes 15GB + bonus 5GB of data) in main regions
  • Get a bonus 3 GB of data each month for 6 months.
  • Pre-order the new Google Pixel 6a on the Tab.
  • Promo on Bring your own phone plan : $40, $45 and $55/month plan (QC)
  • Promo on Bring your own phone plans : $55, $60 and $65/month plan. (main regions)

Ongoing deals:

  • Get a $150 visa gift card with Certified Pre-owned iPhone XS Max, XR & XS
  • Get the Galaxy A53 5G for $0 on Tab Plus
  • Get 12 GB of data for only $45/month
  • For a limited time when you refer your friend to Koodo, you can both take $25 off your bill.
  • Get bonus 500MB data per month with Automatic Top-Up on all prepaid Base plans except $15 plan which comes with 250MB bonus per month.
  • Prepaid SIM cards are now $10 for a limited time

Browse Koodo cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Get a Samsung Galaxy S22 128GB for only $5/mo. for 24 months with financing and Upfront Edge when you return your device within 2 years
  • Get iPhone 13 Pro and AirPods Pro bundle for $33/mo for 24 months with financing and Upfront Edge
  • Get iPhone 13 Pro 128GB for $5/mo for 24 months with financing and Upfront Edge when you return your device within 2 years and when you trade in an iPhone 11 or with $480 down
  • Student mobile plans starting at just at $45/month in MB, SK & QC and $55/mo in main regions
  • Limited time offer on Infinite 20GB plan for $65/month and $45/month for additional lines in QC
  • Back-to-school savings – Ignite Internet starting at $54.99

Ongoing deals:

    • Get the iPhone 13 128GB for only $30.58/mo for 24 months with financing and Upfront Edge when you return your device within 2 years
    • Unlimited data from $45/mo per line in MB, SK & QC and $55/mo in main regions.
    • Refer your friends and save up to $300 per year
    • Stay connected anywhere with the new plan for data-only mobile internet. Get 50GB/mo for $120/mo, then pay only $10 for every 10 GB above this plan limit for the first 3 months.
    • Promotional data plan for individual plans on $45/mo 6GB plan, $50/mo 10GB plan and $55/mo 15GB plan.(QC)
    • Save on your Rogers bill with Cash Back Rewards, with the no annual fee RogersTM Platinum Mastercard.
    • Activate or upgrade on a $75/mo or higher Rogers Infinite plan and get our most premium perks (QC) and $90 for main regions.
    • Sign up for Disney+ through Rogers and get 6 months on select Rogers Infinite plans

Browse Rogers cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Save up to $878 on iPhone 13 family with Bring-It-Back
  • Act Fast to save $100 on PureFibre Gigabit Internet now $89/mo. (BC&AB)
  • Time to treat yourself to an Apple Watch, starting from $10 per month.
  • Join TELUS and get AirPods on us with your iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max.
  • Save up to $1,560 on Galaxy S22 series with Bring-It-Back

Ongoing deals:

  • Upgrade your pad and get an Amazon Echo Show worth $100, for $0 in main regions
  • Save $20/mo. on LivingWell Companion Home
  • Get a TCL 30 XE 5G for only $9 per month.
  • Enjoy AirPods (2nd generation), a magical connection to your iPhone 13.
  • Trade-in and save up to $730 on iPhone 13 family
  • Save $40 on all SmartWear devices
  • iPhone 13 + Apple Watch Series 7. More powerful together.
  • Save up to $289 upfront on Google Pixel 6 Pro with Bring-It-Back
  • Double your data for an extra $10 per month.
  • Charge and protect your phone for less than $50.
  • Earn a reward worth $50 when you refer a friend to TELUS
  • Get Stream+ for as low as $20 per month on select Unlimited plans
  • Join the TELUS Exclusive Partner Program and save more.
  • Save $10 per month with the ultimate online protection. (ON)
  • Sign up for Optik TV and Internet 75 today and get a free 55” 4K HDR TV worth $549.99.(BC &AB)
  • Get one month on us, plus a FREE $400 TELUS prepaid Visa. (BC&AB)
  • Bundle your services and get up to $40 off each month (QC)
  • Bundle a new Apple Watch with TELUS Health Companion from $54/month.
  • Save big on the flashiest phones with Bring‑It‑Back
  • Get a bonus 500MB of data when you sign-up for Auto Top-up on $30, $40, $45 & $55 prepaid talk, text & data plans
  • Get a bonus 100MB of data when you sign-up for Auto Top-up on $25 prepaid talk & text plan

Browse Telus cell phone plan

New deals:

  • Get 50 percent off your SIM card when you switch today.

Ongoing deals:

  • Browse up to 30x faster with the new 4G speed plans
  • Great deals on certified pre-owned iPhone 8 and XR
  • For every dollar you spend, you’ll make 15% of it back in points.
  • Reward – Welcome Present Get 5 points.
  • Earn up to 20 points per month by helping the Public Mobile community online.
  • Earn 10 points for every 12 months you stay
  • Earn 1 point for every month a friend you refer stays
  • Free Public Mobile SIM Card included with each purchase of a Certified Pre-Owned phone.

Browse Public Mobile cell phone plans

Ongoing deals:

  • Get connected starting from $15/mo.
  • Chatr Refer a Friend Program – Get up to $150 in credits over 10 months to use towards your top up.
  • Exclusive Quebec offer – Get 5GB of bonus data on plans $35+ on your second anniversary date.
  • 500MB bonus with Autopay on all Talk, Text & Data plans
  • 250MB bonus with Autopay on Talk & Text $15 Plan

Browse Chatr cell phone plans

Noticeable price changes:

Google Pixel 6 Pro 128 GB is now available

New deals:

  • 100MB Bonus Data on the $15 prepaid plan with PPU with AutoPay option.
  • Internet + TV from $64/mo. plus get a $50 visa prepaid card

Ongoing deals:

  • Get a $50 visa prepaid card with $39, $48, $53 and $60 internet plans
  • Value-packed mobile plans and home internet. NOW $61/Mo when you bring your own phone + free $50 prepaid card
  • 8GB for $40/mo. when you bring your own phone (QC).
  • Add a line for $15/mo. and make calls and send messages with your Apple Watch SE and leave your phone at home. Limited time offer: save $240.
  • Get the iPhone 11 for $29.12/mo. with Sweet Pay on eligible 2-year plans
  • Get the Samsung Galaxy A53 for only $24.58/mo. with Sweet Pay on eligible 2-year plans
  • Get 250MB Bonus Data with unlimited province wide $22 and $29 plan, & unlimited Canada wide $25 Prepaid plan.
  • Get 500MB Bonus Data with unlimited province wide $31, $35, $40, $50 and $55 Prepaid plans.
  • Get Bonus 500MB data with unlimited Canada wide $32, $34, $38, $43, $53 & $58 prepaid plans.
  • Limited time offer on $45 and $55/mo data, talk & text plans.
  • GET AN ANNUAL PLAN. Activate an annual prepaid plan with 400 local minutes and 400 global texts for $100/year when you bring your own phone.
  • Shop online and get $50 waived of connection service fee.
  • Hot phones starting from $0 down, 0% APR
  • Refer a Friend to get $50 in bill credits each when they join the Virgin Plus party.
  • Crave is available as an add-on for TV for only $20/mo. hook up today and get 2 months free
  • Get TV starting from $25/mo.
  • Get a Google Chromecast when you hook up with TV on a 6-month term
  • Get up to $700 off a hot new device when you trade in your old one. 

Browse Virgin Plus cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Get 20GB of data for only $40/mo. Price includes a $10/mo. discount for 24 months and Digital Discount. New Postpaid activations only.
  • Get iPhone 12 with TradeUp on a $50/mo. plan with 20GB of data.
  • iPhone 13 is available for $19/mo. With TradeUp on a $50/mo. plan with 20GB of data. After Digital Discount. 2-year term required.

Ongoing deals:

  • Activate an eligible Samsung phone on a $40+/mo. plan and get a Galaxy Tab A7 Lite with 4GB Fast LTE Data for $0/mo. for 6 months
  • Bring your own phone plans – 25GB(10+15GB Bonus) for $50/mo, 30GB(15+15GB Bonus) for $65/mo and 50GB(35GB+15GB Bonus) (Canada/U.S.) for $80/mo
  • BYOD Big Gig Unlimited plans Limited time offer : Get 15GB data for $50/mo.
  • Enjoy one free month of Visual Voicemail when you sign up in-store or online for a Freedom Phone Line
  • Get unlimited talk and text starting at $99 per year. New Prepaid activations only.
  • Get 2GB of data for $24/mo. Limited time offer
  • Add a line and get 6GB of data for $30/mo. Price includes a $5/mo. discount for 24 months and Digital Discount. New Postpaid activations only.
  • $5/mo. digital discount on the $35 & $40 on Bring your own phone plans.
  • Refer a friend and get a $25 service credit for each referral. Save up to $250 a year

New deals:

  • Trade in and get a bonus $150 credit, even if your old or damaged device is valued at $1

Ongoing deals:

  • When you subscribe to maxTV, get 50% off Crave with STARZ for your first 3 months!
  • Purchase a Wireless Device Protection Plan and get 3 months free.
  • Sign up for maxTV & Internet to get big savings. Plus, get Optimum In-home Wi-Fi free for the first 12 months
  • Save $200 on Apple Watch Series 6 GPS and GPS + Cellular.
  • Get 10 percent off when you buy 2 or 20% off when you buy 3 or more regular-priced cases, screen protectors, and/or chargers.
  • Save $20/mo. for 6 months when you sign up for noSTRINGS Complete 95 or Complete 125 plans.
  • Save up to $15/mo. Sign up for new wireless service and save on your wireless plan for 24 months.
  • Save money while traveling
  • Save $20/mo. off an eligible voice & data plan when you bring your own phone or buy a phone at a full price!
  • Get big savings on wireless plans, crazy fast internet speeds, and binge-worthy TV.
  • Big deals on maxTV Stream media boxes for a limited time.
  • Get up to $600 in-store credit toward a new wireless device and accessories when you trade in your old device.
  • Sign up for SaskTel Internet on a monthly plan and save 50% for 3 months + get Optimum In-home Wi-Fi for only $5/mo. for first 3 months
  • Sign up for SaskTel Internet on a 2-year contract and get Optimum In-home Wi-Fi free for 12 months
  • Switch to a 2-year Internet contract plan and save $10/mo. off the regular price
  • Sign up for SaskTel Internet on the infiNET 300 plan and get this special deal + get Optimum In-home Wi-Fi free for the first 12 months
  • Upgrade to the next fastest plan at no additional cost for 1 month
  • For every 5 maxTV Stream theme packs you add, you get $8 in savings
  • Sign up for Super Channel and get your first month free!
  • Sign up for maxTV and get 50 percent off the Filipino 5-pack for 3 months.
  • Get unlimited calling with our Anytime North America Long Distance plan—all for one low monthly price
  • Get our 10 most popular calling features, including Call Display & Name Display, for just $10/mo. Add on Voice Mail for only $2/mo. more
  • Sign up for SaskTel homePHONE and get 3 months of Home Phone Service, Feature Package, and Anytime North America long distance for free
  • Get 3 months of Apple Fitness+ free when you buy an Apple Watch.
  • Sign up for noSTRINGS Prepaid Auto Top-ups and get a $20 bonus
  • Bring your Google Pixel and save $600

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Get 90GB for only $62.50/month each

Ongoing deals:

  • Get student Fibre Link Internet for only $59.95/month.
  • Unlimited data is here at the best price.
  • Get the Smartphone you Want for $0 Down with easyTab
  • Save $69.95 when you DIY and save the installation fee
  • Get up to $200 When you Switch to Eastlink
  • Refer a friend to Eastlink Mobile and you both get a $25 credit.
  • Change your mobile data plan anytime for free
  • Get a $50 welcome credit when you sign up for a new mobile Rollover or Big Data plan online.
  • Free Whole Home WiFi Perfected with all Bundles and Internet plans
  • Bring Your Own Device and Enjoy Data Plans
  • Upgrade to a new Phone Earlier With easyUp
  • Add Mobile to your Bundle and save $15/month forever

Browse Eastlink cell phone plans 

Noticeable price changes:

New deals:

  • Get your hands on Home Internet 120 Mbps plan for $53/month.
  • Save up to 50 percent off selected Preloved phones.

Ongoing deals:

  • A supercharged voicemail for IOS and Android phones, at only $2 per month
  • Enjoy a 12-month warranty on new phones and a 6-month warranty on Preloved phones
  • The higher the level you’re at, the more rewards you get to choose from to add value to your monthly plan.
  • Samsung Galaxy S21FE 5G 128GB available for 39.54/month for 24 months
  • Any unused mobile data will be rolled over to the next month.

Browse Fizz cell phone plans 

New deals:

  • Experience Fibre+ Gig speeds for only $99/mo and connect more devices with next-gen WiFi 6 tech.
  • Bill credits with : Fibre + Internet, Fibre + Internet & Mobile, and Fibre + Internet & TV
  • Get a $50 credit with Fibre+ 250 Internet
  • Special Offer: Upgrade to WiFi 6 with Total TV, starting from $129/mo

Ongoing deals:

  • Get a $100 credit when you add Total TV to Fibre+ Internet
  • Save an additional $25/mo when you add our best TV to your Fibre+ Internet and Mobile bundle.
  • Order your plan online and save an extra $50
  • Get a $25/mo Unlimited plan with 25GB Fast LTE and save hundreds on Mobile when paired with Fibre+ Gig 1.5 Internet.
  • Upgrade to Fibre+ Gig 1.5 Internet for exclusive savings on Mobile.
  • If you’re looking for a lower-level TV plan than Total TV, check out the Limited TV plan for $25/mo.
  • Rollover Data any time for just $10/GB and carry over unused data for up to 90 days

Browse Shaw cell phone plans

Ongoing deals:

  • Check online for a line-up of certified refurbished iPhone and Samsung Galaxy phones
  • Free $25 account bonus & free sim card with purchase of a $100 top up OR $25 off & free sim card with purchase of a MaxWest phone and a $50 top up.

Browse cell phone plans

Ongoing deals:

  • Get an additional five percent of the value of every Top-Up in points when you sign up for Auto-Allowance or Allowance with your PC Financial Mastercard or PC Money
  • 20,000 PC Optimum points after two months of service
  • Get 1GB of bonus data every month when you sign up for an Automatic Top-Up option, eligible on plans that have data.

Browse cell phone plans

New deals:

  • Get 50 percent off your SIM when you buy it online.
  • Sign up for a cheap phone plan today and get 2GB/mo of bonus data for up to 8 months on select plans.

Ongoing deals:

  • A one-time $10 SIM Card charge applies for new activations.
  • Unlimited Canada-Wide & US Calling Plans that include the 5GB of bonus data- 15.5GB with automatic top-up for $50/mo, 20.5GB for $60/mo, 25.5GB for $70/mo. (QC)
  • Unlimited Canada-Wide calling plan – 1GB data with automatic top-up for $25/mo and 5GB bonus data included with the 8GB for $35/mo and 10GB for $40/mo plans(QC)
  • Get bonus data with Lucky Rewards.
  • Get 250MB/mo. of bonus data after making 6 monthly payments.
  • Unlimited Canada-Wide & US Calling Plan – 10.5GB with automatic top up for $50/mo, 15.5GB for $60/mo, 20.5GB for $70/mo. (ON, SK)
  • Unlimited Canada-wide calling plan – 1GB data with automatic top-up for $25/mo, 3GB for $35/mo, 5GB for $40/mo (ON, SK)
  • 750MB with automatic top-up for $15/mo Canada-wide data only plan, 250MB for $15/mo with 100 minutes Canada-wide calling plan (ON, SK).
  • You can now buy Lucky Mobile SIM Cards at Dollarama!
  • Get a cheap phone plan from $15/mo.
  • 500MB with Automatic Top-Up on $24, 3.5GB with Automatic Top-Up on $33, 11.5GB with Automatic Top-Up on $43 plans for QC.

Browse cell phone plans

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Toronto’s mayor accused of favouring Rogers related vote at city hall

Toronto Mayor John Tory is facing a complaint over his connections to Rogers.

According to the Toronto Star, Adam Chaleff filed the complaint to the City’s integrity commissioner, Jonathan Batty. Chaleff is asking the commissioner to investigate if Tory’s involvement with the company put a vote he made in council last month under a conflict of interest.

During the pandemic, the City established the ActiveTO program, closing off certain streets to cars and giving space to pedestrians and other outdoor enthusiasts. Lake Shore Boulevard West was one of the impacted roads.

On June 15th, council voted to continue with ActiveTO on Lake Shore Boulevard West by treating it as a special event. Its closure would be planned in advance and advertised, and the road wouldn’t close every week.

Prior to the vote, Mark Shapiro, president and CEO of the Toronto Blue Jays, publicly asked the City to stop regularly closing the road as it made it difficult for fans to attend games.

According to the Star’s reporting, Tory is part of the advisory committee for the family trust that controls Rogers. Tory has held the role since 2010 and receives $100,000 a year. Chaleff alledges Tory had a financial interest in the matter. He further alleged the mayor violated the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act when he voted to approve changes to ActiveTO that wouldn’t frequently close Lake Shore Boulevard West.

Integrity commissioners work to oversee the conduct of elected officials and conduct investigations into allegations filed against them. According to the Star, Batty told Chaleff he’s reviewing the complaint.

Tory’s office defended his actions.

“This vote was about a city program that the mayor introduced and championed throughout the pandemic and this was a very broad public issue involving all road users in the city,” spokesperson Don Peat told the Star. 

Image credit: John Tory/ Twitter

Source: Toronto Star